Unauthorized substance chlorpyrifos in quinces from Türkiye
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- chlorpyrifos - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- Türkiye
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Quinces from Türkiye have been found to contain a pesticide called chlorpyrifos. This is a chemical used to kill bugs on crops.
What's happening? Germany has recalled quinces from Türkiye because they have too much chlorpyrifos. This is a serious safety issue.
Does this affect me? If you bought quinces from Türkiye, this warning may affect you. Check where your quinces came from.
What should I do? Do not eat the quinces. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell after eating them.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: chlorpyrifos - {pesticide residues} · Origin: Türkiye · Notifier: Germany
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